Can a car be repaired if the frame is damaged?

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It depends on how badly. Some body shops have equipment for straightening bent frames. If the metal has actually buckled, the repair might involved cutting it out and welding in a new piece. That procedure would be a job for a real expert, if the result is to be safe. The cost of frame repair may be prohibitive in some cases. And your state's laws may require a salvage title on the result.

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Your regular backyard mechanic will unlikely have the dimension specifications information for a vehicle's frame. Specialized equipment is required to carefully pull a bent frame back into manufacturer's specifications. A backyard mechanic might cause more damage to the frame and weaken it if it is not done properly.

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